Farm Worker/Gardener

Peace in Medicine and SPARC are seeking passionate, dedicated and hardworking individuals to join our busy outdoor cultivation team. We are need amazing people, who are ready, willing and able to join our team.

This is a general labor position working in an outdoor cannabis farm/cultivation facility. The role is labor-intensive, and includes all aspects of gardening. Some specific duties include: watering, plant maintenance, moving soil, filling pots, pest control and other duties as assigned.

We are seeking applicants that have previous experience in gardening and agriculture. As this is an outdoor/greenhouse facility, temperatures will fluctuate between extremes. Applicants should be comfortable in working in an outdoor labor-intensive environment.

As a Peace in Medicine and SPARC employee you will work in a fun environment in a company that promotes inclusivity, values diversity, with fellow industry-focused and passionate team members.

GENERAL SUMMARY OF DUTIES: Gardener is responsible for the day-to-day upkeep of all plants. Actively participate and coordinate in crop production and harvest plans for indoor, outdoor and greenhouse facilities; assist with nutrient, irrigation, pest control, harvest, and other crop specific production practices, while maintaining a safe work environment.

Understand and embrace the mission of SPARC and Peace in Medicine.

TO APPLY:-Review the complete job description below-Send a resume and cover letter to: hiring@peaceinmedicine.org-Please No Calls or Drop-ins

GENERAL SUMMARY OF DUTIES: Gardener is responsible for the day-to-day upkeep of all plants. Actively participate and coordinate in crop production and harvest plans for indoor, outdoor and greenhouse facilities; assist with nutrient, irrigation, pest control, harvest, and other crop specific production practices, while maintaining a safe work environment.

TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS: Work is performed at a busy farm site under development and will expand to include cannabis nursery facilities. The outdoor/indoor and greenhouse facility may be very loud due to fans and filtration systems, fluctuating between extreme cold and hot temperatures. Work may be stressful at times and may include dealing with difficult people and/or law enforcement. Overtime will be paid in accordance with the California Agricultural Labor Wage Rules which means overtime accrues after 10 hours a day and after 60 hours a week. Available to work varied hours/days, including nights, weekends, holidays, and/or events.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES: (This list may not include all of the duties assigned.)

Maintain set quality control on cannabis.

Check product/cannabis for mold, bud rot or other abnormalities and report to manager.

Participates and follows inventory forecast and control practices and assists with inventory audits/reconciliation for all inventory and materials to include supplies, plants, processed product, equipment, etc.

PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS:Knowledge, Skills and Abilities1. Ability to maintain product accurately and efficiently.2. Ability to adhere to the highest customer service with staff and the public at all times.3. Ability to perceive and meet the needs of team members and management.4. Ability to maintain high standards in a fast paced, constantly evolving environment.5. Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in all situations.6. Knowledgeable on strains, genetics, and cultivation practices. 7. Maintain a current medical cannabis physician recommendation.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience in medical cannabis industry highly desirable, but not required. Must be 21 years old as of January 1, 2018, and pass criminal background check.